3.2.2 - The Career of a Concept
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Define 'caste'.
💡 Hint: Consider how societal roles can impact interactions.
What is 'endogamy'?
💡 Hint: Think about familial and cultural factors.
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What is the primary characteristic of the caste system?
💡 Hint: Think about how status is determined in society.
True or False: Sanskritisation involves higher castes adopting practices of lower castes.
💡 Hint: Consider which group is seeking to elevate their status.
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Discuss the intersection of caste and economics in independent India.
💡 Hint: Look at the economic policies post-Independence.
Evaluate the societal implications of caste-based political parties in contemporary India.
💡 Hint: Consider both perspectives in political discourse.
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